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Pigs are ungulates native to Eurasia collectively grouped under the genus Sus within the Suidae family. They have been domesticated and raised as livestock by some peoples for meat (called pork) as well as for leather. Their bristly hairs are also traditionally used for brushes. Wild pigs continue to fill these functions in certain parts of the world.
Pigs are omnivores, which means that they consume both plants and animals. On a small farm, or in a large household, they can be fed kitchen scraps as part or all of their diet. In the wild, they are foraging animals. Pigs that are allowed to forage may be watched by swineherds. Because of their foraging abilities and excellent sense of smell, they are used to find truffles in many European countries. They are also fattened to be eaten as ham and other types of meat, such as bacon.
Pigs are highly trainable animals, and some, such as the Asian pot-bellied pig, are kept as pets. A litter of piglets typically contains between 6 and 12 animals. Occasionally, in captivity, pigs may eat their own young.
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RT @Sobits: we're giving away a $100 & $25 iTunes gift cards to celebrate our #iPhone game Flying Pigs! http://tiny.cc/guZDa
Linzy07 (Linzy) Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:36:55 -0000
RT @Sobits: we're giving away a $100 & $25 iTunes gift cards to celebrate our #iPhone game Flying Pigs! http://tiny.cc/guZDa
I just saw a herd of pigs walking around and one of them I think was pooing..hahahahaha such a rare occasion usually what you see are goats
benadesouza (Jordy Tandanu) Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:35:00 -0000
I just saw a herd of pigs walking around and one of them I think was pooing..hahahahaha such a rare occasion usually what you see are goats
rt @jackassletters SWINE FLU IS GOING TO KILL YOU ALL! I'm safe though. Iowans have natural immunity from being around pigs so much. Sorry.
RobMcNealy (Rob McNealy) Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:32:45 -0000
rt @jackassletters SWINE FLU IS GOING TO KILL YOU ALL! I'm safe though. Iowans have natural immunity from being around pigs so much. Sorry.
@fourzerotwo Pathetic how you consider us your little guinea pigs to test out your obviously flawed IWNet shit.
SunjieRaiyun (Chuck Norris) Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:29:12 -0000
@fourzerotwo Pathetic how you consider us your little guinea pigs to test out your obviously flawed IWNet shit.
I grew up on a farm. i saw all kinds of animals having sex. chicken on goat. couple of chickens doin a goat a couple of pigs watching-dwight
legoboy08 (legoboy08) Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:27:53 -0000
I grew up on a farm. i saw all kinds of animals having sex. chicken on goat. couple of chickens doin a goat a couple of pigs watching-dwight
@thomrayne Well thank you, that is appreciated greatly. Pigs could fly again! :)
ConservativeLA (ConservativeLA) Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:26:54 -0000
@thomrayne Well thank you, that is appreciated greatly. Pigs could fly again! :)
All Pigs - Collectibles and supplies. Free photos, clip art, ecards, and site directory.
Chloe's Garden - A memorial. Welcomes new entries.
Meta Description: [ Memorial site for Potbellied Pigs. ]
Grunts - Kune Kunes. Includes diaries, a gallery, and a sponsorship program.
Percell's Potbelly Pigs - Small family-run farm in Sonoma County, California. Tips on hoof care, tusk maintenance, shots and worming, breeding, behavior and safety, potty training, feeding guidelines, introduction to the home, and initial questions and preparations.
Meta Description: [ Percell's Potbelly Pig farm was established in the summer of 1992. We have a smallfamily run farm, located in beautiful Sonoma County, CA. Although we no longer breed or sell potbellies, we keep this page up for all you pig lovers and will answerquestions and give our opinions and advice. ]
Pigs of Great Fortune - Rescued potbellies. Free booklet on their care and need. Also other rescued animals; dogs, cats, orphan wildlife raised and released back.
Meta Description: [ A story about Emma Louise and her friends at Little Dog Ranch. ]
Pigs4Ever.com - Information on anesthetics, socializing and training, rooting, scratching, wallowing, treating mange mites, ticks and fleas. Offers gifts and supplies. Includes glossary, stories, poetry and links.
Meta Description: [ A vietnamese pot belly pig gift and info center. Potbelly pig picture gallery, care of potbellied pigs, information on potbelly pigs, pics of pigs, rescue center links, behaviour of miniature pot belly pigs and more. ]
Pot Belly Pigs - Information, pictures, links, and breeder listings.
Meta Description: [ General resource of Pot Belly Pig breeders, rescues, and associations, including a selection of pictures and informational links. ]
PotbelliedPig.Com - Informational site and user forum. Includes warning signs of medical emergencies, chemicals to watch for, feeding guidelines for each stage of life, descriptions of a variety of feed brands, and litter box tips.
Swine On-line - Guide to toxic substances, vaccinations, diseases and parasites. Listings of clubs and publications, judging guidelines and history. Tips on bathing, managing a bored or destructive animal, compatablilty, harness training, and tricks. Adventures of Amos.
The Miniature Pot-Belled Pig - Basic information on the care required for this species.
Meta Description: [ The miniature pot-belly pig heyday as an exotic pet in the United States was about 20 years ago. The benefit to owning a pet that has already had its heyday is the plethora of information available on the care and raising of these wonderful pets. - Exotic Pets - The Miniature Pot-Belly Pig - E... ]
Twinki's Potbellied Pig Pages - Includes an illustrated account of dental work and hoof trimming, a listing of pigs in need of homes, plans for a new sanctuary, a webcam and video selections, information on the challenges relating to this particular pet in general as well as issues specific to the United Kingdom. Introduces Twinki and the late Bushka.
Meta Description: [ Information on potbellied pigs as pets in the UK. Details of Twinkie, Darcy and Bushka the potbellied pigs ]
Webhog's Directory of Mini Pig Owners - An international database.
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